Skip to content
MyBTC Apply
Programs & Courses > Nursing Assistant

Nursing assistants are vital members of the healthcare community and at Blackhawk, we offer the opportunity to pursue a Nursing Assistant technical diploma and take Nursing Assistant advanced coursework.

This 90-hour program includes classroom lectures, campus lab experiences, and a clinical practicum, where students work at healthcare agencies with patients and residents. In addition to the exceptional curriculum, you’ll practice your skills under the supervision of an experienced professional so that you are prepared to take the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) exam.

Accredited by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) Bureau of Quality Assurance, students must be at least 16 years old to attend clinical practicum. 

Tuition & Potential Earnings

Estimated Tuition Cost

$379

Paying For College
View Cost of Attendance

Median Wage

$40,200

Based on Lightcast Occupational Employment Statistics

Academic Plan

  • Nursing Assistant
For course credits and descriptions, visit the Blackhawk Catalog.

Flexible Learning Options

Many courses at Blackhawk are offered in one or more of these formats:

  • In-Person
  • Live Online (synchronous)
  • Online Anytime (asynchronous)
  • FlexLab (in-person when it fits your schedule)

For some courses, we offer a MyEdChoice option, allowing you to choose how to attend each class session. You can switch between online and in-person formats from week to week or even day to day, depending on your needs and schedule. More Information

In Person
MyEdChoice
Hybrid
FlexLab

Get Credit For Your Experience!

Have you acquired relevant education or work experience? You might qualify for credits based on your prior learning.

Learn More

Start Your Journey to Success Today

Get in touch with an advisor to discuss program details, curriculum, credit transfer options, and financial aid opportunities.

Apply Today Connect to an advisor

Additional Program Information

There are several steps before you may apply to the Nursing Assistant program. Click on the blue button below to download the PDF and get started!

PLEASE NOTE:

The deadline to register for the January 2025 Nursing Assistant class is Monday, Jan. 6 (ONE WEEK before the class begins).

The deadline to register for the March 2025 Nursing Assistant class is Monday, March 10 (ONE WEEK before the class begins).

Nursing Assistant Application Process

Upon successful completion of this program, you will be able to:

  • Communicates effectively with clients, family, and co-workers
  • Protect rights of clients
  • Demonstrates ethical and legal responsibilities
  • Work cooperatively in a team environment
  • Provide holistic, safe care to diverse populations
  • Demonstrate reporting and documentation
  • Assist clients with rehabilitation and restorative care
  • Provide safe care with acute and chronic health conditions
  • Complete educational requirements for WI NA competency evaluation
Nursing Assistant students in lab

Highlights

Technical Diploma

2 Credits

Beloit-Janesville Campus

6004 S. County Road G, Janesville, WI 53546

Monroe Campus

210 Fourth Ave., Monroe, WI 53566

Related Offerings

Nursing

Potential Careers

Caregiver

Certified Nursing Assistant

Home Health Aide

Hospice Aide

Personal Care Worker

Career Pathways

A Career Pathway is a step-by-step plan designed to lead you to career success and advancement.

1

Technical Diploma

Nursing Assistant

2

Associate Degree

Nursing

3